This special presentation of Jesse Eisenberg’s new film, The Debut, includes a post-screening Q&A session with the director himself. The film, a New York Premiere at the 64th New York Film Festival, tells the story of Mona, a housewife who finds enrichment and transformation through community theater, much to the exasperation of her director, Jerry. The runtime of the film is 105 minutes.

The Debut with Jesse Eisenberg (Director)

When Mona Friedman is cast in a bit part at a small community theater, she transforms from a shy, unassuming housewife into a zealous method actor willing to do anything to protect the artistic integrity of her marginal role—even if it means waging war against the show’s domineering director.